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Old Lyme Inn

3.5 star property
Historic inn in Old Lyme with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Living area
Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, iron/ironing board
Bar (on property)
Old Lyme Inn, nestled in a historic setting, invites you to unwind by the fireplace or explore its charming garden. Enjoy a good book from the library, connect with free WiFi, and appreciate helpful staff who have made lasting impressions on previous guests.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Meeting rooms
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Conference space
  • Concierge services
  • Wedding services
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Premium bedding
  • Free self parking

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior 2 Twins | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, iron/ironing board

Superior 2 Twins

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard 2 Twins | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, iron/ironing board

Standard 2 Twins

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
85 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

What's nearby

  • Florence Griswold Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lawrence & Memorial Family Medicine - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Old Lyme Historical Society - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ferry Landing State Park - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Foxwoods Resort Casino - 32 min drive - 55.3 km

Getting around

  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 24 min drive
  • New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional) - 36 min drive
  • Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State) - 38 min drive
  • Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) - 61 min drive
  • Fishers Island, NY (FID-Elizabeth Field) - 89 min drive
  • East Hampton, NY (HTO) - 25.5 miles/41 km
  • Montauk, NY (MTP) - 27.2 miles/43.7 km
  • Old Saybrook Station - 5 min drive
  • New London Union Station - 18 min drive
  • Madison Station - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ashlawn Farm Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coffee’s Country Market & Catering - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Saybrook Point Inn & Spa - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Old Lyme Inn

Old Lyme Inn is a great choice for a stay in Old Lyme. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 13 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) on weekend mornings 8:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1856
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 3 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 11 to 15 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 24 per stay

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Old Lyme Inn
Old Lyme Hotel Old Lyme
Old Lyme Inn Inn
Old Lyme Inn Old Lyme
Old Lyme Inn Inn Old Lyme

Frequently asked questions

Does Old Lyme Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Old Lyme Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Old Lyme Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Old Lyme Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Old Lyme Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Old Lyme Inn and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Old Lyme Inn also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Old Lyme Inn?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Old Lyme Inn like?

Old Lyme Inn is a short 2-minute walk from Florence Griswold Museum and 10 minutes' walk from Old Lyme Historical Society.

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Old Lyme Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Breakfast
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Jazz clubs
Car
Food
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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was delicious and prepared with care, with a charming dining area. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay. Internet was spotty though.
Michael, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very nice Inn, kept very clean, nice location. Staff is friendly and helpful but a little less available during the week than on weekends. None of the rooms have a coffeemaker. The standard room is very small with no TV but the more updated rooms will have one. We would stay at this Inn again.
marietta, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A quaint and charming New England Inn set in a peaceful setting close to beaches. The staff do everything to make your stay enjoyable and relaxing.
Sherry, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love the Old Lyme Inn

An adorably quaint hotel near the Florence Griswold museum. Cozy and comfy and the staff are welcoming and friendly.
Kim, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A Lovely Stay

We had a lovely stay. The room was spacious, clean and very comfortable. The guest service was great and the complimentary breakfast was delicious.
Heidi L, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Customer service was excellent.
Donald, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was supper friendly and helpful.
Cynthia, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was a unique property to stay for a few days/nights. Very quaint and the staff were so hospitable and nice. Easy access to 95.
Lennovic, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

A lovely stay. Our room was clean and cozy, though some of the furniture showed visible wear. Comfortable beds and a lovely bathroom that felt modern. The staff was helpful and friendly. Breakfast was a bit underwhelming, but overall, we’d recommend a stay the Old Lyme Inn.
Elizabeth, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely!
James, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything
Johanne, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I spent a luxurious afternoon on the shady lawn in an Adirondack chair thinking life was good.
Sarah, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The setting was charming in just the way you'd want it to be. Our room (4) was spacious and cozy and the mattress was fine but there was an issue of the whole bed being too high; being a short person; the staff helped us find a milk crate that was just right for creating the step I needed to "climb into bed"! Overall, a lovely retreat and getaway. Many thanks, Janet Friedman
Janet, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Highly Recoomend Lyme Inn

Chris was outstanding! got our luggage from car. brought us dessert first nite. heated up our leftovers and added a salad & dessert 2nd nite. arranged tix to next door jazz club. checked on our satisfaction with dinner in Lyme dining room. bed comfy. bathroom spotless & updated. quiet, relaxing atmosphere. only problem was thermostat. we dnot understand setting but dnot mention to staff so can't complain. Only coffee&muffin @ breakfast. Highly recommend this Inn!
theresa, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

There was no phone in the room. I had people coming for dinner who did not have my cell and I don't on principal give it out to hotels. They arrived and I had no idea they were waiting until I went downstairs early. How does the hotel arrange for wake-up calls? No phone in the room is unacceptable. I was there for 2 nights and the room wasn't made up the second day. As it was Sunday, there was virtually no one around to tell this to until I ran into a very nice custodian who did get me towels, at least. The clock wasn't functional. Fan on the heating/cooling was not adjustable. It blew cold all weekend. There was no bar soap. Again, unacceptable. Squeeze bottle soap is useless. AND there was no conditilner in the squeeze bottles in the shower. And, no, shampoo pretending to have conditioner in it does not work. The was no table height surface and no real chair. Working on a computer on a magazine rack seated in an easy chair doesn't work. The stay was disappointing.
joan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Old Lyme Inn is absolutely charming! It’s quaint, cozy, and full of character, making it the perfect spot for a relaxing getaway. The entire place has such a warm, inviting vibe; I loved the mix of history and comfort throughout. Leslie at the front desk was wonderful, friendly, helpful, and genuinely interactive, which made us feel right at home. The library with board games was such a fun touch, and the live jazz music really set the mood and added to the unique experience. We had breakfast on our last morning, and it was delicious; definitely worth it. Parking was easy and convenient, and the location couldn’t be better, right off I-95. Overall, this inn has a great blend of charm, comfort, and personality. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a relaxing, memorable stay in Connecticut!
Library
Bar
Dining area
Adorable decor on front porch
Samantha, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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A beautiful Inn with lots of history. A favorite of ours. Wish their had been breakfast available but fresh coffee was out and ready
Jane Ratsey, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

The bedding needs updating. We stayed two nights and they did not clean the room or provide clean towels. There is a keurig in the lobby to make coffee and they put out a tray of muffins in the morning that are cut in half. Inn was quiet. Right off I-94. Hangry Goose is a good breakfast place near by.
Kari, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely old inn, updated rooms, great staff
Jay, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property was exactly what you think when you think a historical inn. Great stay. Very quiet and very friendly staff.
Jason, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

staff was extraordinarily hospitable, knowledgeable of the area and took time to chat....
Patricia, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely love this Inn and will be back again and again. Only small downside for me were the bathroom towels as they are quite rough. But that's a small negative. Staff is wonderful and attentive and the full experience is top notch and classy.
Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is unique in the region, having a Jazz club on the premises.
JON, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

The Inn needs an update. Our room had no television, refrigerator, bathtub or fireplace. The bright spot was the Side Bar which has excellent jazz shows
Scotty, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Old Lyme Inn itself is a very nice property and the staff is exceptional. The staff is warm, welcoming and very helpful and informative about events and the local area.
Steve, 6-night trip